irresistible

ir-re-sis-ti-ble · adjective

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Definitions

adjective

  1. 1.

    Too attractive or tempting to be refused or resisted.

  2. 2.

    Too powerful or convincing to be stopped or denied.

Phrases & expressions

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    irresistible force — something that cannot be stopped
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    irresistible charm — captivating appeal that cannot be ignored
  • •
    an irresistible offer — a deal too good to refuse

Related words

Antonyms: repulsive, resistible, unappealing
See also: compelling, resist, tempting
Synonyms: captivating, compelling, overwhelming

Etymology

From Late Latin irresistibilis, from in- ("not") + resistibilis ("resistible"), from resistere ("to resist").